2005 MCC Smart vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart | 230 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3060 mm |
